Click on the links below to view illustrator, Brian Barber, in action as he discusses his process of illustrating for children's books. Notice he is drawing the dog and Miss Timberlane
characters from Henry! you're late AGAIN!

If you are a teacher and are interested in doing a themed reading/writing unit on books that have a theme of "being late for school" you might want to check these books out as well. It's fun when students can compare and contrast characters, plots, humor, and action from one book to another.

Late for Schoolby Steve Martin, published Sept 2010 for ages 4-8. The famous actor/comedian has teamed with artist C.F. Payne to tell the adventures involved in getting to school. Enclosed with the book is a CD of Martin on banjo and vocals, singing the book's story with bluegrass music.

Almost Late for School by Carol Diggory Shields, published July 2003 for ages 4-8. Illustrated by Paul Meisel. A compilation of 22 poems.

Late for School! By Stephanie Calmenson, published Sept 2008 for ages 4-8. Illustrated by Sachiko Yoshikawa. This story is about Mr. Bungles, a teacher who overslept and is going to be late for school. He tries rushing by car, train, bus and many other means of transportation. RhymingText